Available in
NSW
A home away from home for young people
Fun, friends and new adventures
Respite care for young people (also called Short Term Respite or STR) is a short stay away from home for your child aged 16+ with disability. It gives them the chance to try new things, make friends and grow their independence. It also gives you and your family a well-earned break from your caring role.
Your child can stay in one of our welcoming respite homes, or we can support them in your own home while you take a break.
At Aruma, we believe every young person has unique dreams and potential. Our team supports your child every step of the way by creating a safe space where they feel heard, connected and cared for.
Where is respite available?
At Aruma, we have respite homes for young people across NSW and VIC. Each home is safe, welcoming and set up for teenagers 16+ with a disability.
Want to find out if there’s a respite home near you?
Your respite questions answered
Our trained team takes care of all your child’s needs so they can relax and have fun. We help with:
- Meals and cooking
- Personal care like showering and dressing
- Help with medication
- Getting out and about for activities
- Overnight support
- Supports to help manage behaviours of concern
We work with you and your child to plan a stay that suits their needs and interests.
Respite for young people is your child’s chance to have fun, try new things and meet new people. We’ll chat with you about what they enjoy and plan activities they’ll love.
This might include:
- Going to the movies or out for lunch
- Visiting the beach or local attractions
- Playing their favourite sport
- Joining in with cooking or arts and crafts
- Just hanging out and having fun with other kids
No matter their age or interests, there’s something for them.
Your child’s NDIS plan funds up to 28 days of Short Term Respite each year, with a maximum of 14 days at a time. How you use this time is up to you.
Your child could stay:
- Overnight
- For a weekend
- For a week or two during school holidays
Chat with us about what works best for you and your family.
Yes! If you’d prefer that your child 16+ stays at home, we can provide respite support there instead. Our team will come to you and give you a break from your caring role.
Yes! We have Short Term Respite for adults across NSW and VIC.
A stay with us gives you the chance to meet new people, try new things and recharge. Our team takes care of all your support needs so you can sit back and relax.
Learn about STR for adults.
NDIS support categories: Children’s respite is funded under Core Supports — Assistance with Daily Life in your child’s NDIS plan.
STR might be stated in your plan, but even if it isn’t, you may still be able to use your Core funding for respite, as long as it fits within your budget and won’t affect your other approved supports.
The NDIA looks at a few things when deciding whether to fund children’s respite. This includes the level of support your child needs each day, whether you need help to keep going in your caring role, and whether other support options have been considered.
In some cases, such as when there’s a risk of your child entering out-of-home care due to their disability-related support needs, the NDIS may fund up to 60 days of respite per year.
If your child needs longer term care, other options like out-of-home care may be available.
Please note: We bill in line with the NDIS Price Guide, which generally increases annually.
Why choose Aruma for respite care for young people?
- Their break, their way — Your child chooses how they spend their time. We plan their stay around what they enjoy.
- A home away from home — Our respite homes are safe, welcoming and set up for teenagers.
- Trained, friendly staff — Our teams know how to support young people. We make every young person feel at home.
- Peace of mind for families — You get a real break, knowing your child is in good hands.
- Flexible options — Stay in our homes or get respite support in your own home.
The Aruma Way – A promise backed by quality
At Aruma, we’re committed to upholding the human rights of every person we support, every time. We call this The Aruma Way, our promise to deliver high-quality support that is:
- Your Way — Person-centred support, putting you at the centre.
- The Safe Way — Keeping everyone safe from harm.
- The Right Way — Effective support, provided the way it should be.
- Together — Working in partnership with you and your support network.
It’s part of our DNA. It’s embedded in everything we do — and it’s what we hold ourselves accountable to.
“To me, the Safe Way means the person supporting me is a person that cares, a person that i’m comfortable being around and opening up to”
Ready to book respite?
Talk to our team today to explore your options and find a respite stay that suits your family.
Properties available now!
At Aruma, we have a number of welcoming STR Properties for children with a disability across New South Wales.
Have questions?
Need to get in touch or wanting to get the ball rolling with this service? Our customer team would love to help.
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